*The Johannesburg Academy for Theatre Arts offers quality tuition for children, teens and young people in all aspects of the performing arts.
Accredited instructors
SING | DANCE | ACT
16/06/2026
Today we celebrate the young people who dream big, work hard, take chances, find their voices and light up every room they walk into.
Whether it’s on stage, in the studio, or behind the scenes, we are constantly inspired by the incredible young people who make JATA what it is.
Keep dreaming. Keep creating. Keep being you. 💛
14/06/2026
Got energy to burn? 🔥
Hip Hop is all about movement, music, confidence, and having fun. Whether your child is already dancing around the house or just looking for a class where they can let loose and try something new, Hip Hop is a great place to start.
Our classes are packed with great music, awesome choreography and plenty of personality.
Come join the vibe 😎✨
Classes available for Minis, Juniors and Seniors.
11/06/2026
The audience sees a few minutes on stage. What they don’t see are the months of learning, rehearsing, encouraging one another and growing in confidence along the way. That’s where the magic really begins. ✨
09/06/2026
What a weekend! ✨
A massive shout-out to all our JATA dancers who competed at .
We saw determination, teamwork, beautiful performances, lots of backstage excitement and plenty of JATA spirit 💛
Thank you for making us proud. We loved cheering you on every step of the way!
04/06/2026
Did you know?
Theatre masks have names 🎭
Those famous comedy and tragedy masks actually have names!
The smiling mask represents Comedy.
The sad mask represents Tragedy.
They’ve been symbols of theatre for over 2,000 years.
28/05/2026
From being little girls in our classes… to studying Drama at Wits 🎭✨
Teya and Julie have grown up on the JATA stage, and watching them turn their love for performance into something they’re now pursuing professionally has been incredibly special 💛
From rehearsals and eisteddfods to big stage moments and unforgettable performances, they’ve always brought heart, dedication and passion into the room. We are SO proud of you both ✨
Once JATA family, always JATA family 🎭
24/05/2026
The world of FINAL SAVE is officially taking shape ⚠️🎭
Characters are forming.
Scenes are coming alive.
And rehearsals are getting VERY interesting already 👀
October is going to be wild.
21/05/2026
Happy Birthday to our very own Tandi 🎂✨
Dance teacher, costume queen, hair and makeup magician, backstage fixer of absolutely everything!
Honestly, JATA would fall apart without you.
Thank you for the love, chaos control, talent, dedication and magic you bring into this place every single day 💛
We love you, Tandi. Have the BEST birthday 🎭✨
20/05/2026
INITIALISING…
FINAL SAVE has entered the system ⚠️
Rehearsals are underway.
The countdown has begun.
And this world is only getting bigger.
October 2026 🎭🔥
